Davis and Nicoletti said they plan to challenge Miner in a primary. Last month, Onondaga County republicans designated former city parks commissioner Otis Jennings for mayor.

This is bound to be an historic making race. This city could be electing its first woman mayor or its first African American. City voters will be looking for the best candidate who will tackle some of the major issues facing city neighborhoods------crime, housing, economic development and other social challenges.